The three Omatu brothers who died in the inferno that razed a 25-storey building known as Great Nigeria Insurance House in Lagos Island, Lagos State, will be buried on January 14. GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that the fire incident, which occurred just hours before Christmas Day, spread rapidly to neighbouring buildings, including a mosque and a…
Dangote Petroleum Refinery has dismissed reports claiming it is shutting down, stating that production remains ongoing, stable, and uninterrupted. According to a statement made available to X by the company, the refinery continues to supply between 40 and 50 million litres of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) daily through January and February, depending on market demand….
Health experts have revealed practical strategies for achieving satisfaction during meals without overeating, including drinking water before eating and consuming high-fibre foods. The experts noted that making the right choices and understanding portion control can help adults feel full with smaller quantities of food. In Nigeria, the belief that a chubby or fat child…
2nd January, 2026 The Chairman, Sahara Reporters Newspaper, Nigeria. REJOINDER BY BARR. ZUBAIRU A. BUBE: SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON FALSE AND MALICIOUS ALLEGATIONS PUBLISHED BY SAHARA REPORTERS DATED 26TH DECEMBER, 2025. 7 DAYS NOTICE TO RETRACT THE UNFOUNDED My attention has been drawn to a publication by Sahara Reporters titled “How Bauchi Governor’s Nephew…
The Nigerian Army has announced the commencement of applications for the Direct Short Service Commission (DSSC) Course 29/2026, inviting eligible Nigerians to apply for commission as officers. In a statement posted on X, the army said the DSSC is open to both civilians and serving military personnel, with vacancies available in selected corps, including the…
GISTSMATE MEDIA reports that two officers of Nigeria Police Force has been reportedly abducted by armed bandits during an attack on Farin Ruwa village in Maru Local Government Area of Zamfara State. According to Zagazola Makama, a counter insurgency reporter, the incident occurred on Jan. 4 at about 8:00 p.m. along the Farin Ruwa–Wasagu road,…
The Federal Government has announced a comprehensive set of measures aimed at eliminating examination malpractices in 2026 and beyond. This measure is geared towards eliminating examination malpractices in the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and National Examinations Council (NECO) examinations. This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Monday by…
Chelsea Football Club has officially appointed Liam Rosenior as the new head coach of the men’s team. Rosenior, who enjoyed a successful playing career across the Premier League and Championship, joins Chelsea with a growing reputation in coaching. He previously held roles in youth development and first-team coaching, earning praise for his tactical acumen and…
The Oyo State Government has suspended the Sobaloju of Ofiki, Chief Jacob Sobaloju, over alleged involvement in illegal mining activities and violations of the State’s Executive Order 001/2023, which regulates mining operations across the state. The suspension, according to the government, is aimed at protecting the interests of Oyo State and safeguarding its gazetted assets….
The Police Command in Lagos State on Monday said it has confirmed the identity of officers accused of extorting N3.3 million from a couple in Lagos, and has consequently detained them. The command identified the officers, following a social media publication with the headline “Lagos Police Officers Extort N3.3 Million From Couple, Return N2.2 Million,…
